Portuguese names

14 baby names of Portuguese origin, with meanings.

Name Meaning Save
Afonso Boy Noble and ready
Beatriz Girl She who brings happiness
Catarina Girl Pure
Dinis Boy Follower of Dionysus
Duarte Boy Wealthy guardian
Filipa Girl Lover of horses
Henrique Boy Ruler of the home
Joana Girl God is gracious
Joao Boy God is gracious
Leonor Girl Shining light
Luisa Girl Famous warrior
Matilde Girl Strength in battle
Rita Girl Pearl
Tiago Boy Supplanter

Meanings are common reference glosses. Cultures and languages often differ, so check what a name means to your family.

About Portuguese names

Portuguese given names mostly come from Latin, Germanic and Christian roots, and many families honour a saint or a relative. It is common to have two given names, and people carry surnames from both parents, so a full name can be long.

The same name is often pronounced differently in Portugal and in Brazil. If your child will grow up in an English-speaking country, say the name aloud with your surname to check it is easy for others to say and spell.